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Program Director

The Little Gym International
Middleton, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 6/4/2026 CLOSED ON 6/6/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Director position at The Little Gym International?

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Benefits

  • 401(k) matching
  • Bonus based on performance
  • Competitive salary
  • Employee discounts
  • Free food & snacks
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development

The Little Gym is looking for an energetic, organized, and people-focused Program Director to support program quality, instructor development, and our customer experience.

The Program Director plays a key leadership role in creating a fun, safe, and high-quality experience for kids, families, and team members.

Responsibilities

  • Teach exceptional classes for children ages 4 months- 12 years
  • Support instructor onboarding, training, and evaluations
  • Coach team members on teaching skills, classroom management, and customer experience
  • Help maintain consistent program quality across both locations
  • Oversee execution of camps, birthday parties, Parent Survival Nights, and special events
  • Support team culture, gym organization, and daily operations
  • Partner with leadership to identify training opportunities and improve overall performance

Qualifications

  • Experience teaching, coaching, or leading children’s programs
  • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
  • High energy and ability to lead in a fast-paced environment
  • Passion for child development and team development
  • Availability for evenings and weekends
  • Reliable transportation and willingness to travel between both locations

Preferred Experience

  • Gymnastics, dance, cheer, education, recreation, or youth fitness background
  • Leadership or staff training experience
  • Event coordination or customer service experience

What We Offer

  • Competitive pay based on experience
  • Bonus opportunities
  • Paid training and leadership development
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Fun, active, and supportive work environment

The Little Gym of Middleton and Sun Prairie are locally owned and operated and committed to helping kids build confidence through Seriously Fun experiences.

Compensation: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour

When you work somewhere this fun, it doesn’t even feel like a job.

Want to wake up excited to go to work every morning, confident that you’re making a difference while having a blast? You’ve come to the right place. The Little Gym is the world’s premier enrichment and physical development center for children ages 4 months through 12 years. Programs offer children a Springboard to Life’s Adventures by using movement-based learning and imaginative play to help build the confidence and skills needed at each stage of childhood.

For over 40 years, our trained instructors have nurtured happy, confident kids through parent/child classes, gymnastics, dance and sports prep, plus enjoyable extras like camps, Parentsʼ Survival Nights and Awesome Birthday Bash parties. As a part of The Little Gym team, you will be part of a family dedicated to the growth and development of children all over the globe. We are looking for fun, outgoing, talented individuals who are looking to make a difference in their community. If this sounds like you, check out our open positions!

All associated locations are independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchise, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of that franchise. All inquiries about employment at this franchise should be made directly to the franchisee, and not to The Little Gym Franchising Corporate.

Salary : $20 - $24

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